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Drama Teacher with over 10 years experience. A range of accessible and detailed resources to make Drama and Theatre teaching fun, inspiring and awesome. Any questions please ask!
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Drama Teacher with over 10 years experience. A range of accessible and detailed resources to make Drama and Theatre teaching fun, inspiring and awesome. Any questions please ask!
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Bertolt Brecht SOW Theatre Practitioner Drama KS3 KS4 KS5 Scheme of Work Brechtian Techniques
A note from the author:
Included here are a selection of resources for the exploration of Theatre Practitioner Bertolt Brecht. I use his methods in many units with my students, and have created a plethora of resources for them to use. Also included here is a detailed Year 9 SOW which will also be useful for KS4/5 students.
§ To develop an understanding of Brecht’s theories and principles
§ To practically explore some of Brecht’s conventions in improvised work
§ To develop an understanding of how theatre can be used for political purposes
§ To use Brecht’s ideas as a framework for a devised piece looking at modern history topics such as:
The Diary of Anne Frank
Social Media, Modern Technology & 1984 by George Orwell
The 7/7 London Bombings
Included:
Brecht Year 9 SOW
Brecht Techniques
Lesson Workshop
Teacher Packs
Lesson Resources
Please note:
Packs for the Topics are available as a bundle or as separate items
It is probably advisable that you purchase a copy of The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Complete Brecht SOW with all Topic Stimulus Resource Packs included in Bundle!
A note from the author:
In this Bundle you get all three stimulus packs (Anne Frank, Social Media and The London Bombings) to use as stimulus for the Brecht SOW, plus a fun and informative poster.
Included:
3 x Stimulus Packs for Devised Performances using Epic Theatre Conventions
1 x Detailed Brecht SOW
1 x Bertolt Brecht Poster
Please note:
Burying these resources means that you can adapt and reproduce them for your work in schools.
For more details please see the descriptions on each resource item.
You save 39% by purchasing this bundle as opposed to buying separately!
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Contentless Scenes ('Open'/ 'Ambiguous' Scripts) Drama, Theatre Resources, GCSE, A Level, KS3
A note from the author:
Included here are a selection of Contentless Scenes for use in lessons. Contentless Scenes (sometimes known as ‘Open’ or ‘Ambiguous’ scenes) are scenes that have very little detail on character or narrative plot leaving it open for the actors or directors to use their creativity and imagination to add detail to the scene with endless possibilities.
I use these to explore:
Character Creation
Character Motivation
Character Relationships
Character Interactions
Narrative Structures
Subtext
Themes & Issues
Naturalistic Acting / Stanislavski
They are so useful and I use them with each year for different reasons. I have written 35 scenes here that are all different and useful for a variety of reasons. I tend to photocopy them on different coloured pages and split them between different years so that as we use the scenes for different reasons as the students move up through the school they always have fresh stimuli.
Included:
20 Duologue Contentless Scenes (ranging from half a page to a full page)
10 Quick-fire Contentless Scenes (suitable for 2 or three actors each) Four are very short (2/3 lines), 6 are longer (4/6 lines)
5 Contentless Scenes for Three Actors (full pages)
It works out as less than 29p per scene!
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Social Media, Modern Technology & 1984 George Orwell - Resource For Brecht SOW KS4/5 Drama Theatre
A note from the author:
In this resources pack are images and information to aid students with devising a Brechtian piece of drama in conjunction with my Brecht SOW. I use this SOW and these resources with my Year 9 classes, but would work equally well with KS4 and KS5 classes and high ability Year 7/8 classes.
Included:
Extracts from 1984 by George Orwell
Social Media / Modern Technology Facts & Information
A selection of Images
Brechtian Techniques Sheet
Assessment Task Sheet
Please note:
Whilst I have included extracts from 1984 by George Orwell, it is advisable that a copy of the book is purchased to give students more freedom over the chosen extracts.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Improvisation SOW Used with KS3 / KS4 / KS5 or Year 9/10/11/12/13 Drama Students GCSE A Level
A note from the author:
I love improvisation and have compiled this SOW to be adaptable and useful for all Drama teachers as an accessible way into the world of improv. I have noted down different techniquesand games that you can play with your students, as well as assessment ideas and two fun whole class impov ideas. Your students will definitely love playing around with these in your lessons.
SOW Overview:
A detailed 10 page, five lesson (90 minute lessons - therefore has enough material for 8 hours of lesson time if you have shorter lessons!) SOW for students to experiment and play around creatively with Improvisation components.
Lesson Structure (90 Minute Lessons!)
Lesson One: Introduction to Improvisation
Lesson Two: Improvisational Stimuli
Lessons Three: Narrative, Abstract and Atmosphere Creation
Lesson Four: The Cavemen & Cavewomen - Whole Class Improvisations
Lesson Five: Assessment Lesson - Could be split over a number of extra lessons to tie together everything they have learnt from the SOW.
Resources Included:
1 x 10 Page Improvisation SOW
Assessment lesson Resources - Letter, Security Passes, Character Signs
Assessment Feedback Form
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Homelessness - Stimulus Resources Pack For Verbatim & Documentary SOW KS3/4/5 Drama Theatre Topics
A note from the author:
In this resources pack are images and information to aid students with devising a Verbatim & Documentary Theatre piece of drama in conjunction with my Verbatim & Documentary SOW. I use this SOW and these resources with my Year 9 classes, but would work equally well with KS4 and KS5 classes and high ability Year 7/8 classes.
Included:
A range of information on the Homelessness (focus on Brighton - but easily adaptable to any city!)
Homelessness Facts & Figures
Homelessness Comments and Opinions (some highly offensive)
A selection of Images
Assessment Task Sheet
Video link to use as a starter to the topic
Please note:
Whilst I have included a range of stimulus, it is also advisable to include at least one article/piece of information from the month and year of use.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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GCSE Drama Component One Complete Bundle - Devising, Performance, Portfolio of Supporting Evidence, Evaluation
A note from the author:
The full collection of my resources when teaching Component One of GCSE Drama - Devising
Overview of Resources:
These resources will really help you deliver amazing lessons for students and pupils in your GCSE C1 lessons. There are displays, lesson resources, stimulus packs, model answers, guidebooks and more!
Included:
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - Performance Examples - Scripts & PowerPoints
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - Portfolio of Supporting Evidence / Creative Log
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - Evaluation
Component One GCSE Devising - Component One - General Devising Resources
1 x Physical Theatre SOW
1 x Love & Hate Devising SOW
5 x Devising Stimuli Posters (Illustrations, Lyrics, Photographs, Quotes, Questions)
5 x Devising Stimuli Packs (Anxiety, Democracy, Feminism, Hate, Perfection)
Frantic Assembly Resources
Please note:
This is a selection of resources that I use for Component One. This is not a complete SOW, although it does include a devising SOW and a physical Theatre SOW which I embed into my teaching.
You save 63% with this bundle!
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Line Learning Stations - Activity to help students learn scripts - Monologues Exams Productions Play
A note from the author:
I use these 8 stations as a lesson to help my students prep for examinations and assessments. I spread the 8 stations around the room and split up the students who carousel or rotate around the different stations, exposing them to a variety of fun and useful ways in which they can learn lines.
This is also really useful for learning lines for co curricular drama such as school productions, plays, performances, monologues, LAMDA, drama clubs etc.
Category:
School Production Bundle
Resources Included:
8 Station Guides for Learning Lines
Stations Include:
Station 1 - Intrapersonal
Station 2 - Chunking
Station 3 - Kineasthetic
Station 4 - Mnemonics
Station 5 - Visual
Station 6 - Experimental
Station 7 - Aural
Station 8 - Buddy Up
Please note:
Purchasing this resource allows you to use it in any way you would like.
You will need to provide certain resources for some of the stations:
Station 1 - Intrapersonal (spare paper & pens)
Station 2 - Chunking (highlighters in a range of colours)
Station 3 - Kineasthetic
Station 4 - Mnemonics (cue cards or spare paper)
Station 5 - Visual (spare paper and pens)
Station 6 - Experimental
Station 7 - Aural (audio recording device such as the students’ phones)
Station 8 - Buddy Up
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Drama Department Certificates (Dramatic Style) - Thank you, Well Done, Awards, Achievement, Theatre
A note from the author:
I use these certificates to congratulate my wonderful students in both academic and co-curricular drama & theatre, as well as for their hard work and dedication to school productions.
Overview of Resource:
These certificates are in the style of ‘Dramatic’. They are also available in:
Classic
Sparkle
Included:
35 x Drama Certificate Templates including:
ensemble work
kind human being
outstanding performance
audience interaction
classroom contribution
lighting design
delivering monologue
role model
supporting others
etc…
Please note:
I like to use a gold or silver marker to fill these in and to print them on cream/white card, both of which can be found from any quality school suppliers or stationery stores. I also print my school logo on the reverse of the card to brand it, therefore you might like to do the same.
These certificates are non-editable, apart from writing names of the teacher / director and student on by hand as they come in a PDF format (unless you have PDF editor software). If you would like additional options on the certificates, please contact me or write a review and I will add additional certificates onto this resource pack. I will aim to complete any additions by 2 weeks after the review is posted.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Devising Stimuli - Powerful Photographs Poster for Drama & Theatre - GCSE A Level KS3
A note from the author:
I created these posters to add a contemporary feel to my studios and classrooms. They give a real boost to creativity and imagination for my students, especially when they are creatively blocked or stuck. These work well in A4 or A3 as posters / visual displays, or I have also used them as handouts for group devising as A4 and A5 sizes, individually laminated or combined to make a booklet.
Included:
1x Powerful Photographs - Devising Stimuli Poster
Please note:
This resource is also part of a bundle / collection of all devising posters.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Drama Department Certificates Bundle (All Styles) - Thank you, Well Done, Awards, Achievement, Theatre
A note from the author:
The full collection of my different styles of Drama & Theatre Certificates of achievement
Overview of Resources:
My students love these - I use different styles for different age groups.
Included:
1 x Set of 35 Drama Certificate Templates in the Dramatic Style
1 x Set of 35 Drama Certificate Templates in the Classic Style
1 x Set of 35 Drama Certificate Templates in the Sparkle Style
The certificate templates include:
ensemble work
kind human being
outstanding performance
audience interaction
classroom contribution
lighting design
delivering monologue
role model
supporting others
etc…
Please note:
I like to use a gold or silver marker to fill these in and to print them on cream/white card, both of which can be found from any quality school suppliers or stationery stores. I also print my school logo on the reverse of the card to brand it, therefore you might like to do the same.
These certificates are non-editable, apart from writing names of the teacher / director and student on by hand as they come in a PDF format (unless you have PDF editor software). If you would like additional options on the certificates please contact me or write a review and I will add additional certificates onto this resource pack. I will aim to complete any additions by 2 weeks after the review is posted.
You save 60% with this bundle!
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Physical Theatre SOW Used with KS4 / KS5 or Year 9/10/11/12/13 Drama Students GCSE A Level
A note from the author:
I love physical theatre and have compiled this SOW to be adaptable and useful for all Drama teachers as an accessible way into physical theatre. I have noted down different techniques from a range of companies/practitioners. Your students will surely love playing around with these lessons.
SOW Overview:
A detailed 18 page, nine lesson (70 minute lesson) SOW for students to experiment and play around creatively with Physical Theatre components.
Lesson One: Introduction to Physical Theatre
Lesson Two: Complicite - Collaborative Ensemble Physicality (Information, Games & Activities)
Lessons Three & Four: Frantic Assembly - Choreography for Non Dancers & Devising Theatre (Information, Exercises and Activities) - Could be split into two lessons.
Lesson Five: Merce Cunningham - Chance Choreography (Information and Activities)
Lesson Six: Peter Darling (Information and Activities)
Lesson Seven: Anne Bogart - Viewpoints (Information and Activities)
Lessons Eight & Nine: Assessment Lessons - Could be split over a number of extra lessons to tie together everything they have learnt from the SOW.
Recently Updated: (Dec 2016)
Extra information on Anne Bogart
Frantic Assembly split over two lessons
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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The Diary of Anne Frank - Resource For Brecht SOW KS4/5 Drama Theatre WW11
A note from the author:
In this resources pack are images and information to aid students with devising a Brechtian piece of drama in conjunction with my Brecht SOW. I use this SOW and these resources with my Year 9 classes, but would work equally well with KS4 and KS5 classes and high ability Year 7/8 classes.
Included:
Extracts from The Diary of Anne Frank
Nazi Germany Facts
A selection of Images
Brechtian Techniques Sheet
Assessment Task Sheet
Please note:
Whilst I have included extracts from the diary, it is advisable that a copy of the diary is purchased to give students more freedom over the chosen extracts.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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GCSE / A LEVEL Design Booklet (Costume, Hair, Make Up, Set, Props, Lighting, Sound, Styles, Staging)
A note from the author:
I use this Theatre Design guidebook to support the Written exam in Drama & Theatre for both GCSE and A Level pupils.
Overview of Guide
A. Styles
B. Staging
C. Colour
D. Set
E. Props
F. Costume
G. Hair & Make Up
H. Lighting FX
I. Sound FX
J. Special FX
K. Terminology Glossary
Included:
A 24 page Theatre Design Guidebook
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Template Production Audition Pack for Cast & Crew plus Audition Forms - Musicals, School Shows
A note from the author:
A useful Template Production Audition Pack for the directors of co-curricular shows or exam texts. This template guides directors on what they should include when preparing for auditions.
Category:
Director of Drama Toolkit (also available as part of this bundle)
School Production Toolkit (also available as part of this bundle)
Included:
Production Audition Pack Template
Cast Audition Form
Crew Backstage Role Form
Please note:
Purchasing this template allows you to amend and reproduce the pack and forms in anyway that you wish.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Complete School Production Toolkit / Bundle - Shows, Musicals, Plays, Events, Festivals etc.
A note from the author:
A selection of useful templates: documents, handbooks, forms, contracts packs and spreadsheets to support Directors in putting on a show.
Included:
Production Rehearsal Contract Template
Production Budget Tracker Template
Production Proposal Form Template
Audition Pack Template & Cast/Crew Forms
Production Handbook Template
Production Risk Assessment Template
Production FOH Resources/Posters/Templates
Prop Table Guidance
Learning Lines Stations to help with Line Memorisation
Please note:
Purchasing this bundle allows you to amend and reproduce the templates in anyway that you wish.
Save 40% with this Bundle!
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Production Proposal Form Template (Theatre Shows, Musicals, Fringe, Festivals etc.)
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A Form Template for the HOD or Director of Drama/Expressive Arts to use with any directors of co-curricular shows or exam texts. This useful form safeguards the department against any issues relating to negative feedback from audience or staff relating to the content of shows selected for performance of pupils of any age.
Category:
Director of Drama Toolkit (also available as part of this bundle)
School Production Toolkit (also available as part of this bundle)
Included:
Production Proposal Form 2019/20
Please note:
Purchasing this template allows you to amend and reproduce the form in anyway that you wish.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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GCSE DNA by Dennis Kelly Design Guide Booklet - Staging/Styles/Lighting/Sound/Costume/Set/Props
A note from the author:
I use this booklet as a revision guidebook for my students studying DNA by Dennis Kelly, but it can also help to structure lessons.
The Resource covers the following over 34 pages of theatre-specific content:
A. Styles
B. Staging
C. Colour
D. Set
E. Props
F. Costume
G. Hair & Make Up
H. Lighting FX
I. Sound FX
J. Special FX
K. DNA: Location Design (Set, Props, Lighting & Sound Ideas)
L. DNA: Character Design (Costume, Hair & Make up Ideas)
M. Terminology Glossary
Included:
An in-depth 34 page GCSE Design Guidebook
Please note:
You will need a copy of ‘DNA’ by Dennis Kelly to accompany this resource.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Bronze Arts Award Candidate Checklist (User friendly & Accessible for Young People!)
A note from the author:
Some of the resources from Arts Award directly are not very easy to use nor are they easy to communicate to or made accessible for young people. Therefore, I crafted this checklist as an extremely invaluable tool to support my Bronze Arts Award candidates in their organisation of evidence in their portfolio. I have been assessing the Arts Award for over 10 years now - Bronze, Silver & Gold.
Overview of Resource:
Use-friendly details and checklists of the evidence candidates require to pass the Bronze Arts Award.
Included:
Handout checklists for the four units in the Bronze Arts Award
Please note:
You must ensure that a member of your team is trained to assess your Arts Award candidates. Alternatively you can contact a local centre who can assess your candidates. Visit the Arts Award website for further details.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!
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Production Rehearsal Contract Template for use with Co-Curricular Shows & Productions with cast/crew
A note from the author:
A Useful Contract Form Template for the directors of co-curricular shows or exam texts. This useful form protects productions from unnecessary absence from cast and crew members.
Category:
Director of Drama Toolkit (also available as part of this bundle)
School Production Toolkit (also available as part of this bundle)
Included:
Production Rehearsal Contract Template
Please note:
Purchasing this template allows you to amend and reproduce the contract in anyway that you wish.
Please do comment on my resources so that I can continue to update and expand them. If you need any more information/clarification please comment and I will update my resources ASAP!